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Which of the following is the most important reason for doing a pre trip inspect
ion?
Safety for yourself and other road users. * This is the correct answer
To make sure nothing has been stolen from the vehicle.
To make sure the vehicle will make your destination.
Because other drivers do it.
None are correct
What are some of the important parts in the steering system?
leaf spring, vehicle frame, torque rod
main spring, axle, spring shackle
rim, lug nuts, tire
tie rod, spindle, pitman arm * This is the correct answer
What is the correct number of red reflective triangles that you should carry?
1
3 * This is the correct answer
7
5
For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre
-trip inspection?
So no one moves the vehicle while you are inspecting underneath it. * This is th
e correct answer
You will need it to inspect the trailer.
You will need it to open the side box.

So you don't lose it.


When stopped on a hill, what is the proper procedure to start moving without rol
ling back?
None are correct
Put blocks behind the tires
Increase Engine rpm's and let the clutch out quickly
Leave the trailer brakes on and drag the tires releasing the brake after you are
moving forward.
Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake. * This i
s the correct answer
When the road is slippery, retarders will help keep you from skidding.
TRUE
FALSE * This is the correct answer
The manual says you should look _____ ahead while driving?
12 to 15 seconds, at highway speeds it s about a quarter of a mile. * This is the
correct answer
9 to 12 seconds, at highway speeds it s about a quarter of a mile.
15 to 20 seconds, at highway speeds it s about a half of a mile.
5 to 8 seconds, at highway speeds it s about an 8th of a mile.
When stopped on a divided highway where should your reflectors be placed_____?
30 feet, 100 feet, and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic.
20 feet, 150 feet, and 300 feet toward the approaching traffic.
10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic. * This is the co
rrect answer
15 feet, 75 feet, and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic.

The minimum tread depth for tires other than the front tires is___?
5/32
2/32 * This is the correct answer
3/32
4/32
1/32
The two main things to look ahead for while driving are _____?
Traffic and road conditions. * This is the correct answer
Road signs and detours.
Truck Stops and Police.
Bridges and Tunnels.
Fire and Flooding.
If you double your speed, will your stopping distance increase by two or four ti
mes?
None are correct
Four * This is the correct answer
Two
Because they are lighter, empty trucks have the best braking.
TRUE
FALSE * This is the correct answer
Which of the following are some suspension system defects.
Broken leaves in leaf spring.

All of the above. * This is the correct answer


Cracked or broken spring hangers.
Leaking shock absorbers.
What are the three types of emergency equipment must you have with your vehicle?
First aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares.
Flares, fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses.
Fire extinguisher, Spare electrical fuses , warning devices for parked vehicles
* This is the correct answer
None are correct
Warning devices for parked vehicles, first aid kit, flares.
The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____?
Pump the brake pedal five times, apply firm pressure for 3 seconds, the pedal sh
ould not move.
Pump the brake pedal three times, apply firm pressure for 5 seconds, the pedal s
hould not move. * This is the correct answer
Any of the above.
Move slowly forward and step on the brake hard.
Hold the brake down for 5 seconds and listen for leaks.
Under which two special conditions should you downshift?
Before starting down a hill and before going up a hill.
Before entering a curve and before going up a hill.
If there is an accident or for sudden heavy rain.
Before starting down a hill and before entering a curve. * This is the correct a
nswer

The two ways you should use to know when to shift?


Every 3 to 5 seconds or engine speed.
Engine speed and the shift indicator light.
Engine speed and road speed. * This is the correct answer
Road speed and wind speed.
It is best to use low beams whenever you can.
False * This is the correct answer
True
As long as the engine isn t overheated, you can safely remove the radiator cap.
True
False * This is the correct answer
The proper procedure if a tire blows out is to put the brakes on hard to stop qu
ickly.
True
False * This is the correct answer
Two causes of tire fires are ______?
Hot brakes and under-inflated tires.
Under-inflated tires and duals that touch. * This is the correct answer
Under-inflated tires and poor retreads.
Duals that touch and road debris.
When using your fire extinguisher, it is best to get as close as possible to the
fire?
True

False * This is the correct answer


Two ways that will help a drinker sober up are coffee and a little fresh air?
False * This is the correct answer
True
For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs?
Six
Two * This is the correct answer
One
Four
What are some things you should check on the front of your vehicle when doing th
e walk-around inspection?
Tires, steering parts, suspension parts, headlights.
Windshield, wipers, mirrors, hood latches.
Oil, transmission, air compressor, radiator.
None of the above
Low beams, high beams, four way flashers, turn signals. * This is the correct an
swer
What is the reason that placards are used?
To prevent terrorism.
It is the law.
So hazmat is not mixed with food.
Communicate the risk. * This is the correct answer
If you do become sleepy while driving, you should_____?

Stop to sleep. * This is the correct answer


Drink caffeinated beverages.
Turn up the radio.
Roll down the windows.
You downshift automatic transmissions______?
Before going down a hill. * This is the correct answer
Half way down a hill.
Never.
None of the above
At the bottom of a hill.
What is the best way to see the sides and rear?
All of the above.
Rear view cameras.
Roll the window down.
Your mirrors. * This is the correct answer
A Helper.
In safe driving, what does communicating mean?
Letting others know you are there by using turn signals, four way flashers and h
orn. * This is the correct answer
Using hand signals
All of the above.
None of the above.

Using a CB radio to let others know your intentions.


If somebody is following you too closely, you should decrease your following dis
tance.
False * This is the correct answer
True
Another driver may try to pass you on the right if you swing wide to the left be
fore turning right.
True * This is the correct answer
False
If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive?
Do a little exercise.
Get Sleep. * This is the correct answer
Take a cold shower.
Drink coffee.
Wet brakes can cause_____?
Pulling to one side or the other.
Brakes to apply unevenly.
Lack of braking power.
None of the above.
All of the above. * This is the correct answer
To avoid the effects that wet brakes can cause you may____.
Place transmission in a low gear.
Slow down.

Increase engine rpm and cross the water while keeping light pressure on the brak
es.
Gently put on the brakes. This presses linings against brake drums or discs and
keeps mud, silt, sand, and water from getting in.
All of the above * This is the correct answer
When out of the water, maintain light pressure on the brakes for a short distanc
e to heat them up and dry them out.
When going down a long, steep downgrade, what factors determine your selection o
f a safe speed?
Total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
Total weight of the vehicle and cargo, length of the grade, steepness of the gra
de, road conditions, weather. * This is the correct answer
Length of the grade and steepness of the grade only.
Total weight of the vehicle, steepness of the grade, weather.
What is the reason to be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
It is the law in most states.
There is no need to do this.
You will not be able to shift into a lower gear once you are going down the hill
. * This is the correct answer
Because the clutch is made to be used on even surfaces.
Because you will need to be in the same gear at the bottom of the hill.
What is a hazard?
A hazard is a material that you haul that requires placards.
A hazard is any road condition or other road user that is a possible danger. * T
his is the correct answer

A hazard is a truck with no placards that has hazardous materials.


An advantage of going right instead of left around an obstacle is ______?
There is no advantage.
It is much easier to turn a truck to the right than it is to the left. It is goo
d to make a habit out of going the same way every time.
If you are blocked on both sides, a move to the right, At least you won t force an
yone into an opposing traffic lane and a possible head on collision. * This is t
he correct answer
If the shoulder is paved, going right may be best. No one is ever on the shoulde
r; someone could be passing you on the left.
When you are at an accident scene you should _____ to prevent another accident?
If you are stopping to help, park away from the accident.
If your vehicle is involved in the accident, try to get it to the side of the ro
ad.
Put on your flashers.
All of the above. * This is the correct answer
Set out reflective triangles to warn other traffic.
What are the three things related to cargo that drivers are responsible for?
Inspecting your cargo, hauling cargo and securing the cargo.
Weighing the cargo, securing the cargo, delivering the cargo.
Inspecting your cargo, recognizing overloads, properly secured cargo. * This is
the correct answer
None of the above.
A hazardous materials placard is______?
Signs put on the outside of a vehicle which identify the hazard class of the car
go. * This is the correct answer

Signs put on the outside of a vehicle which identify the hazard class and weight
of the cargo.
Signs put on the back of a vehicle which identifies the hazard class of the carg
o.
Signs put on the inside of a vehicle which identify the hazard class of the carg
o.
Of the following statements which is false?
Gross Combination Weight (GCW). The total weight of a powered unit plus trailers
. * This is the correct answer
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). The maximum GCW specified by the manufac
turer for a specific combination of vehicles plus its load.
Gross Combination Weight (GCW). The total weight of a powered unit plus trailers
plus the cargo.
Before transporting a sealed load, it is important to check that_____?
The placard numbers match the seal numbers.
The seal is secure.
The load is properly secured. * This is the correct answer
The seal is authentic.
What is the method used to find out how many seconds of following distance space
you have?
Divide your speed by four and add one second for every 10 feet of trailer in the
day and 2 seconds at night.
Wait until the vehicle ahead passes a clear landmark, then count off the seconds
until you reach the same spot. Then multiply times 2.
Wait until the vehicle ahead passes a clear landmark, then count off the seconds
until you reach the same spot. * This is the correct answer
None of the above.
Divide your speed by four and add one second for every 10 feet of trailer.

What is the reason you should make emergency plans when you see a hazard?
You will have less time to act if you see hazards before they become emergencies
.
You will have more time to act if you see hazards before they become emergencies
. * This is the correct answer
So you will have a plan to communicate the risk.
Because all hazards turn into emergencies.
What is a pull-up?
When pulling off the shoulder you pull up until the trailer is straight.
An exercise that must be performed at a d.o.t. physical exam in order to get a C
.D.L.
Pulling forward while backing a trailer to reposition it. * This is the correct
answer
A maneuver performed by a tow truck to pick up an overturned truck.
What is the following procedure used for? Brake hard enough to feel a slowdown,
when your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed, release the bra
kes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat these steps.
For driving on slippery roads.
For a blown tire.
For coming down long steep grades. * This is the correct answer
All of the above.
Hydroplaning is _______.
The amount of traction a truck has due to the weight of the vehicle on slippery
surfaces.
A term used for quickly planning an alternate route due to heavy rain.
When tires lose their contact with the road and have little or no traction due t
o water on the road. * This is the correct answer

A water spill on the road that came from a water truck.


What is an escape ramp?
Another term for an off ramp.
A ramp leading to a long bed of loose soft material to slow a runaway vehicle, s
ometimes in combination with an upgrade. * This is the correct answer
A ramp commonly found on freeways in California used to get around major acciden
ts.
None of the above
Wheel bearing seals should be checked for_____?
Gasoline
Color changes
Leaks * This is the correct answer
Smoke
All of the above.
Of the following, which is NOT a common cause of vehicle fires?
Improper use of flares.
Spilled fuel after an accident.
Loose air lines. * This is the correct answer
Electrical short circuits due to loose connections.
Improperly sealed flammable cargo.

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